What are the responsibilities and job description for the Workforce Coordinator position at Global Kids Inc?
Global Kids (GK) cultivates the next generation of youth leaders through dynamic global citizenship and leadership development programs in New York City and Washington, D.C. Grounded in the belief that meaningful, lasting change begins with young people, Global Kids empowers youth to understand the world beyond their own experiences and to recognize their role in shaping it.
Through immersive learning, civic engagement, and leadership opportunities, Global Kids inspires young people to become active and informed citizens who take action on critical issues affecting their communities and the world.
Our mission: Global Kids educates, inspires, and empowers youth to become global citizens who are actively engaged in the world and prepared for their future.
Our vision is a world where every young person has the education, inspiration, and support necessary to pursue their goals and lead with purpose. We envision a future in which youth are equipped with a global perspective, the tools to navigate complexity, and the resources to thrive—confident in their ability to create change, grounded in strong values, and driven by a lifelong commitment to active global citizenship.
The selected candidate will work in collaboration with the New York City Public Schools Office of Community Schools, Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD), and William Cullen Bryant High School to provide high-quality workforce services to high-school-aged youth. The candidate will oversee employer and worksite engagement, youth enrollment and job development, community partnerships, quality assurance and program compliance, staff supervision, and career service delivery. Candidate will develop, plan, implement, and administer departmental workforce goals and objectives, and ensure all operational areas align with Global Kids’ vision and mission.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain all DYCD contractual obligations of the Workforce program and ensure that targets are being met on a weekly and monthly basis.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with parents, community members, school personnel, and other stakeholders.
- Conduct weekly internal audits during DYCD programming to ensure contractual compliance
- Manage the recruitment, registration, enrollment, participation, and payroll of program participants.
- Support youth in identifying their educational and career goals and plans.
- Complete required documentation and submission via DYCD Connect/ Youth Employment Programs (YEPS).
- Oversee the development and execution of participant orientation and training workshops.
- Manages coordination of youth enrollment, attendance, and payroll for CUNY courses.
- Recruit, establish, and monitor employer site hosts for internship placements for high school youth.
- Implement and conduct weekly workshops on work readiness, career development, college readiness, life skills, service learning, and student enrichment.
- Manage database/inventory of employment, training, and internship opportunities.
- Perform general administrative duties, such as maintaining records, managing database systems, monitoring payroll for youth participants, and performing basic bookkeeping.
- Collaborate with Global Kids staff and youth to generate new program ideas focused on global/local issues and aligned with the goals of Community School initiatives.
- Provide Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) support to students and work with PBIS/MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) staff to ensure all students receive appropriate services across the tiers.
- Occasionally, participate in overnight and long-distance travel for events such as youth retreats and college trips
These responsibilities are subject to adjustment based on organizational needs and priorities.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in education, social work, non-profit management, or other relevant coursework or related work experience
- Experience and understanding of youth workforce programs
- At least 2-3 years of experience working with middle school or high school-aged youth
- Commitment to and understanding of working in culturally diverse settings and using antiracist pedagogical practices.
- Solid understanding of a wide array of NYC social service resources for youth
- Experience working in or with NYC public schools and a strong understanding of the NYC Community Schools Initiative and goals is a plus
- Familiarity with local placement agencies, job developers, and opportunities preferred
Compensation and Benefits:
This full-time exempt position has an annual salary of $62,400 to $65,000. GK also offers affordable medical benefits, dental, and life insurance as well as paid holidays, 12 vacation days (year 1), increasing thereafter based on years of employment, 3 personal days, and 8 sick days. GK staff also have access to retail discounts and other benefits through our Professional Employer Organization (PEO).
Global Kids, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity and do not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment based on race, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, citizenship, mental or physical handicap or disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We continue to support and promote equal employment opportunity, human dignity, and racial, ethnic, and cultural diversity.
Salary : $62,400 - $65,000